- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Florence’s flagship art museum, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed entry is strongly advised due to very high demand.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
632 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paola to Florence Santa Maria Novella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paola to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 20 trains that leave Paola for Florence Santa Maria Novella on Mon, Jun 22, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 632 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8134
FRECCIAROSSA 9574
8158
Intercity 552 · Intercity 596+
Regionale 18236
FRECCIAROSSA 8509
FRECCIAROSSA 8509
FRECCIAROSSA 8418
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 · FRECCIAROSSA 9556
FRECCIAROSSA 8332 · FRECCIAROSSA 9674
FRECCIAROSSA 9588Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paola to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 392 miles (632 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$88 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $196 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 20m Average total duration Fastest 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paola to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $46 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paola to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $88 (€72).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 55m.
The journey is about 59m faster (6h 50m by train vs 7h 49m by car) and roughly $109 (€89) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($88 (€72) vs $196 (€161)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Italo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Paola to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8332 · FRECCIAROSSA 9674 | 5:40 PM Paola station | 5h40 | 11:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9574 | 12:14 AM Paola station | 6h32 | 6:46 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 794+ FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 12:51 AM Paola station | 8h55 | 9:46 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 794+ Regionale 21404+ FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 12:51 AM Paola station | 7h20 | 8:11 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 794+ Regionale Veloce 4020 | 12:51 AM Paola station | 9h42 | 10:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 7:14 AM Paola station | 5h13 | 12:27 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 7:52 AM Paola station | 5h19 | 1:11 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 550+ Regionale Veloce 4730 · Regionale Veloce 4104 | 8:17 AM Paola station | 10h31 | 6:48 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 8:27 AM Paola station | 6h19 | 2:46 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
8134 | On time 9:10 AM Paola station | 6h07 | 3:17 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 552 · Intercity 596+ Regionale 18236 | 9:58 AM Paola station | 9h54 | 7:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 552+ Regionale Veloce 4106 | 9:58 AM Paola station | 10h57 | 8:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642 · FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 10:47 AM Paola station | 5h59 | 4:46 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 11:53 AM Paola station | 5h53 | 5:46 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 556+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 12:14 PM Paola station | 6h32 | 6:46 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 556 · Intercity 598 | 12:14 PM Paola station | 9h46 | 10:00 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 734+ Regionale Veloce 4110 | 1:30 PM Paola station | 10h20 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 · FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 2:13 PM Paola station | 5h33 | 7:46 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
8158 | 3:08 PM Paola station | 6h09 | 9:17 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 724+ FRECCIAROSSA 9568 | 4:36 PM Paola station | 6h22 | 10:58 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Paola to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 392 miles (632 km) distance in 6h 6m.
Distance 392 miles (632 km) |
Average train duration 6h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6h 6m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Discover the best of Firenze Santa Maria Novella — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Firenze Santa Maria Novella trip today.
Florence’s flagship art museum, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed entry is strongly advised due to very high demand.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, plus important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is commonly needed.
Vast former Medici palace housing several museum collections, including Palatine Gallery interiors and royal apartments.
The symbolic heart of Florence, packed with the cathedral complex and some of the city’s most photographed architecture.
Historic civic square filled with monumental sculpture and framed by Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi.
The classic panoramic terrace over Florence, especially popular at sunset and widely featured in travel photography and social media.
The iconic Florentine T-bone steak, cut very thick from Chianina beef and grilled rare over coals. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
A classic Florentine street food made from the fourth stomach of the cow, simmered in broth and usually served in a bread roll with green sauce or spicy oil.
A hearty Tuscan soup of bread, cannellini beans, and vegetables, especially black cabbage. It is a rustic peasant dish strongly associated with Florence and Tuscany.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined contemporary Tuscan cuisine in an elegant setting within central Florence.
Long-established local favorite known for its intimate old-school atmosphere and classic dishes such as butter chicken and Tuscan comfort food.
Historic, no-frills Florentine trattoria near the central market, famous for traditional Tuscan dishes including steak, ribollita, and hearty daily specials.
Moderate for Italy: cafés and casual meals are reasonable, but hotels and tourist-area dining near the station cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not obligatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paola to Florence Santa Maria Novella by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Florence Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paola to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the Paola to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Paola and Florence Santa Maria Novella train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Piazzetta, Trattoria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Paola. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Paola. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paola: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Blumentag, Hotel Sant'Agostino, Hotel Alhambra.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
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